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Between forges and castles from Loulans
Tourist office
10.91 mi
+476 ft
-472 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Loulans-Verchamp (Haute-Saône)
A winding path through the forest reveals the peaceful waters of the Ognon and the Linotte. The rustling of the leaves will accompany you on your walk, whilst the clearings offer peaceful resting spots. The golden reflections on the water complete this enchanting natural scene.
La Goutte d’Eau in Montbozon
3.47 mi
+203 ft
-203 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Montbozon (Haute-Saône)
La Goutte d’Eau Trail: a family-friendly route to explore the ‘cité de caractère’ of Montbozon and the neighbouring village of Thiénans, with a magnificent viewpoint over the Ognon Valley.
The trail is listed in the PDIPR.
The Goutte d'Eau trail starting from Montbozon
Visorando Member
2.92 mi
+207 ft
-203 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Montbozon (Haute-Saône)
La Goutte d'Eau Trail: a family-friendly route to explore the character town of Montbozon and the nearby village of Thiénans, with a magnificent viewpoint over the Ognon Valley.
Trail listed in the PDIPR.
Places to visit: the fortified house of Montbozon (also known as the Maison Bouday), and the Cygne fountain, a listed Historic Monument.
The wind turbines and the old iron mines
7.32 mi
+879 ft
-889 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cendrey (Doubs)
This route takes you to the Cendrey wind turbines and the old iron mines of Rougemontot, ending at an ancient Roman road.
Between Authoison and Ruhans
7.97 mi
+945 ft
-919 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Authoison (Haute-Saône)
This is a circular route designed for walking but can also be done by mountain bike or on horseback. A mix of forest tracks, farm tracks and footpaths. This walk, mainly through woodland, follows a very short section of the Way of St James. The forest is very well maintained and the paths are clean.
Trails of tales and legends from the Land of the 7 Rivers: the Galérios
2.02 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Dampierre-sur-Linotte (Haute-Saône)
The Galerios: dive into a secret world beneath Dampierre! Did you know that a race of little elves lives beneath our feet, in mysterious tunnels carved out by water? The Galerios, mischievous and brave, brave the floods and set off on adventures to protect their underground kingdom…Take your children along the trail and discover together this fantastical people, their secret hideouts, their treasures and their amazing exploits. A walk full of mystery and adventure that will delight the whole family!
La Tour des Bois, starting from La Tour-de-Sçay
5.41 mi
+922 ft
-896 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Tour-de-Sçay (Doubs)
Climb the 146 steps of the Tour des Bois to discover a 360° panorama from a height of 26 metres.
A third of the route is through woodland and the rest follows a track through the wind farm, one of the largest in France, which is shared between Rougemont, La Tour-de-Scay and Autechaux, in the Central Doubs. On clear days, you can see 36 of the farm’s 43 wind turbines from the top of the tower.
Dolines Trail Route
8.53 mi
+650 ft
-646 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Dampierre-sur-Linotte (Haute-Saône)
Welcome to Dampierre-sur-Linotte, on the first marked trail route in Haute-Saône. This 14 km route is mainly through woodland and features a few good, leg-busting climbs. Enjoy the walk.
Circular route from the memorial to Cognières
4.79 mi
+203 ft
-203 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Cognières (Haute-Saône)
A pleasant circular loop through the forest, suitable for walking, mountain biking or horse riding, with no significant elevation gain.
The route is unmarked; follow the map and description, as the vegetation may vary depending on the season. As this is a forest walk, please wear suitable footwear.
Loop from Cognières to Rougemont via the Chapel of Montaucivey
10.94 mi
+761 ft
-738 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cognières (Haute-Saône)
A beautiful loop starting from the town hall in Cognières, combining nature, heritage and tranquillity. The route passes through Montagney and runs alongside the Ognon river before climbing gently towards the woods and the Saint-Hilaire chapel, then the Montaucivey chapel, offering superb unobstructed views of the countryside. Pass through Rougemont and its national necropolis. Between typical villages, forests and rural paths, ponds and rivers, this walk offers a beautiful variety of landscapes and a rich heritage to discover, in a calm and bucolic atmosphere.
The mysteries of Pennessières and Courboux
7.60 mi
+548 ft
-568 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Pennesières (Haute-Saône)
The starting point, the cemetery, is already an extraordinary place due to its circular shape.Listed as a Historic Monument since 2004, there are only three cemeteries of this shape in France.
From the train to the chasms
8.80 mi
+446 ft
-476 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rioz (Haute-Saône)
Following in the footsteps of our ancestors, let's walk through the countryside to the chasms of the Bois de la Hye, known as the "Bois des Roches".
Passage impossible in (10), see notices
Architecture and heritage starting from Moncey
6.23 mi
+515 ft
-522 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Moncey (Doubs)
This walk allows you to discover:
- Moncey Castle, former property of Marshal Moncey, who was Marshal of the Empire under Napoleon,
- the restored old centre of the village of Moncey, its old railway station and its greenway, which follows the old railway line,
- and a walk through the forest in the mountains, then across the village of Venise, with the option of walking around the lagoon to discover its flora and fauna.
The Montaucivey Chapel in Rougemont
3.49 mi
+410 ft
-410 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Rougemont (Doubs) (Doubs)
Hike in the commune of Rougemont, a small town of character.
Sentier du Perroquet Bleu (Blue Parrot Trail) in Chassey-lès-Montbozon
2.09 mi
+79 ft
-72 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Chassey-lès-Montbozon (Haute-Saône)
The Blue Parrot: a magical adventure for the whole family! One summer morning, a parrot with flamboyant feathers arrives in Chassey-les-Montbozon... It steals cherries and tomatoes, makes children laugh and amazes adults with its intelligence and astonishing voice! Follow the trail, set off to meet him and let yourself be transported into a story full of surprises, mysteries... and magic. Trail of tales and legends of the Land of Seven Rivers
Mont du Chanois starting from Échenoz-le-Sec
6.76 mi
+568 ft
-568 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Échenoz-le-Sec (Haute-Saône)
Le Mont du Chanois starting from Échenoz-le-Sec, a 3-hour hike with lovely sections through the woods and beautiful views.
Romain la Roche
14.53 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,503 ft
8h 00
Moderate
Departure from Romain (Doubs)
A route allowing you to discover several well-known and lesser-known sights in the region: Trou du Seri, Château and Lavoir de Gondenans les Moulins, Village of Nans, Châteaux de Bournel, La Gloriette, the cliff and château of Nans, the Grotte de la Pucelle and the Roche de Romain.
Le Roulanais
6.57 mi
+558 ft
-554 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Roulans (Doubs)
An easy family walk. The Roulanais route alternates between villages, small roads, paths through the undergrowth and forest tracks.
Circular walk around Velleguindry-et-Levrecey – Woods and valleys
4.81 mi
+715 ft
-689 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Velleguindry-et-Levrecey (Haute-Saône)
This lovely circular walk starting from Velleguindry-et-Levrecey takes you on a journey of discovery through a landscape typical of the Haut-Saône countryside, alternating between woods, valleys and small local heritage sites.The route begins in the heart of the village, near the fountain and the wash houses, reminders of its rural past. Very soon, the route climbs gently towards the Bois des Rauchots, offering a chance to immerse yourself in a peaceful, shaded forest.
Meadows, river and castle between Buthiers and Perrouse
4.99 mi
+315 ft
-312 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Perrouse (Haute-Saône)
Viewpoint, castle, wash houses, banks of the Ognon, nature reserve pond: discover Perrouse and Buthiers.
The rocks of Rechevet, La Louvière and Le Rechandet
6.50 mi
+1,407 ft
-1,401 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ougney-Douvot (Doubs)
From the river, you will climb up cool forest paths to the beautiful ridge line, discovering the Doubs valley from Besançon to Baume-les-Dames, with views of Mont Souvance, Montagne Notre-Dame d'Aigremont and the Vosges mountain range.
Notre Dame d'Aigremont
4.51 mi
+1,391 ft
-1,378 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Roulans (Doubs)
Walk to the Chapel of Aigremont in Roulans and the viewpoint overlooking the Doubs on the Laissey side.
In the middle of the Mailley forests
9.17 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,033 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Mailley-et-Chazelot (Haute-Saône)
A very pretty wooded route where you can recharge your batteries, with several beautiful viewpoints. Best done in sunny weather to make the most of the views.
The dry grasslands of Mailley-et-Chazelot
3.37 mi
+453 ft
-443 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mailley-et-Chazelot (Haute-Saône)
This hike is also known as the Cross and Côte-Chat hike.
From the cross, there is a panoramic view of the Saône plain
From Côte-Chat, there is a view of the hills in the south of the department, the Doubs and perhaps Mont Blanc.
La Roche du Rechandet
7.00 mi
+1,112 ft
-1,112 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Ougney-Douvot (Doubs)
From the pretty little village of Ougney la Roche, you will walk along the banks of the Doubs, discovering the silhouette of the Château de Roulans standing out against the sky. Then you will climb up cool forest paths to the beautiful ridge and the Roche du Rechandet, overlooking the Doubs valley from Besançon to Baume-les-Dames, with views of Mont Souvance, Montagne Notre-Dame d'Aigremont and the Vosges mountain range.
The Fort de la Dame Blanche
5.32 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,204 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Vieilley (Doubs)
From the town hall in Vieilley and its beautiful wash house fountain, you will climb towards the line of ledges overlooking the Ognon valley to reach the Fort de la Dame Blanche viewpoint over the Vosges, hopefully without encountering that unsettling woman who haunts these places after dark. Then, from the old fortifications, you’ll descend via a wild path towards the valley.
Frais Puits – Les Belles Barraques – the Château Bleu
7.56 mi
+443 ft
-417 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Quincey (Haute-Saône) (Haute-Saône)
Among the natural attractions of this walk are the resurgence of the Font de Champdamoy and its pumping station, which supplies Vesoul and seven other towns (the spring has long been renowned), and the resurgence of the Frais Puits, which has been the subject of numerous explorations by cave divers who found mammoth molars there!
Aigremont Mountain
7.06 mi
+1,867 ft
-1,867 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Deluz (Doubs)
Aigremont overlooks the Doubs valley. Once crowned by a small fortified castle, legend has it that on these ruins, a shepherd intrigued by the behaviour of his flock—which was drawn to a patch of evergreen grass—discovered a statue of the Virgin Mary. Carried down to the village, it mysteriously returned to its rock, where a chapel was built. You will reach it by following magnificent jagged ledges, discovering from these heights the Jura mountains and, on a clear day, Mont Blanc.
Baume-les-Dames. Doubs, Canal and Croix de Châtard
5.51 mi
+676 ft
-676 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Baume-les-Dames (Doubs)
A short post-lunch walk for the whole family along the Doubs and on the heights of Baumes-les-Dames.
Fente de Babre starting from Baume-les-Dames
6.77 mi
+873 ft
-873 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Baume-les-Dames (Doubs)
This route follows the ridges above the village and descends towards La Lavaine. Enjoy several viewpoints over the Doubs valley and a section along the banks of the Doubs via Eurovélo 6.
Mont Dommage
7.07 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,516 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Baume-les-Dames (Doubs)
The hike at Baume-les-Dames undoubtedly offers the most beautiful view of the Doubs valley "canyon". From the Chassignole viewpoint, you can see the Doubs river winding its way through the valley.
La Chassignole, Mont Dommage and Roche de Châtard
7.41 mi
+1,644 ft
-1,627 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Baume-les-Dames (Doubs)
A beautiful stretch of cliffs and steep forest slopes offer magnificent views of the valley along a superb ridge path, ending with a glimpse of the industrial past of Baume-les-Dames with its old pipe factory and paper mill on the riverbank.
Roche de Chatard - Fente de Babre
7.84 mi
+1,388 ft
-1,368 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Baume-les-Dames (Doubs)
A walk along the ridges above Baume-les-Dames. Magnificent views over the Doubs and an easy return via the cycle path.
Mont-Dommage, Cuves de Bléfond and Croix du Châtard from Baume-les-Dames
9.38 mi
+1,946 ft
-1,919 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Baume-les-Dames (Doubs)
Starting from Baume-les-Dames, discover magnificent, breathtaking views of the town, the Doubs valley and the Cusancin, before the trail joins the Doubs via the path leading to Mont Dommage. Pass by the Chassignole viewpoint and along the Sentier de la Croix and the Roche de Châtard. You’ll also discover unique geological features of limestone massifs, such as the Bléfond potholes.
The corniches of Mont Dommage
3.50 mi
+715 ft
-722 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Silley-Bléfond (Doubs)
Starting from Silley-Bléfond, this loop combines forest trails, rocky ledges and viewpoints over the Doubs valley. You will discover Mont Dommage, the Chassignole viewpoint and enjoy magnificent views of Baume-les-Dames, the Roches du Quin and the Roche du Rechevet. A varied and panoramic hike, with a few sections requiring caution.
La Roche de Rechevet
5.52 mi
+922 ft
-919 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Bretigney-Notre-Dame (Doubs)
From Bretigney with its many fountains, you will climb towards La Roche de Rechevet, a viewpoint over the Doubs valley and the Vosges mountains, then follow a magnificent ridge line with wild crevices and breathtaking views over the valley. After passing under the ruins of the old feudal castle, you will return to the village through sunny meadows.
Mont Souvance
4.91 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,486 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Laissey (Doubs)
A challenging climb to Pic d'Aigremont and Mont Souvance, overlooking the Doubs Valley and visible from Besançon and Baume-les-Dames, observation points already used by the Romans. The discovery of various small objects from the Bronze Age at the summit of Mont Souvance, where the cross stands, indicates occupation since the Bronze Age.
The Château de Vaite viewpoint
4.58 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,033 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Champlive (Doubs)
A rocky outcrop, a Bronze Age residence in Franche-Comté; a feudal castle destroyed during the Revolution for fear that it would become a hideout for bandits; views of the Doubs valley; a pretty waterfall created by human hands in a bright and airy woodland setting.
Mont Dommage, La Chassignole and Les Cuves de Bléfond
5.54 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,027 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Baume-les-Dames (Doubs)
The village has one of the oldest names in our county: Bois de la Fontaine au Loup(Wood of the Wolf's Fountain). So, let's take a walk in the woods while the wolf is away, exploring the magnificent ridge line of Mont Dommage and Chassignole and their views over the Doubs valley, returning via the Val de Bléfond, forgotten by the world with its vats and waterfalls.
In the footsteps of the White Lady
7.67 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bonnay (Doubs)
From Bonnay church, you will climb up to this beautiful line of cornices overlooking the Ognon valley to reach the Fort de la Dame Blanche viewpoint over the Vosges, following in the footsteps of the disturbing woman who haunts these places after dark. Then, from the ancient fortifications, you will descend via a wild path towards the valley and its villages with their beautiful fountains, returning to Bonnay and its castle via the old Tacot road.
Baume les Dames - On the ridges of the Doubs
14.51 mi
+3,015 ft
-3,012 ft
9h 20
Difficult
Departure from Baume-les-Dames (Doubs)
This hike offers beautiful panoramic views of the Doubs river loops. The route passes through the picturesque site of the Cuves de Bléfond.
The Bishops and the Forges of Baignes
6.31 mi
+702 ft
-676 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Andelarre (Haute-Saône)
Come and discover the villages of Andelarre, Baignes and Mont-le-Vernois, small rural communities in Haute-Saône, along this pretty green route.
Discover the site of the old Baignes forges along the route.
The Devil's Nostrils
7.15 mi
+988 ft
-991 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Pont-les-Moulins (Doubs)
You will walk along the riverbank towards the ridges, passing the Narines du Diable (Devil's Nostrils), created from the tears of a good fairy who was imprisoned here, and discover the ancient thermal baths where the beautiful people of the Belle Époque came to recharge their batteries. You will then return along a path lined with old mossy piles of stones gathered from fields, in a green setting that invites you to linger and contemplate.
Fort de la Dame Blanche, starting from Les Grandes Baraques
4.37 mi
+840 ft
-840 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
An easy forest walk leading to the Fort de la Dame Blanche from the Grandes Baraques car park. From the fort, the view over the Ognon Valley is splendid.
La Dame Blanche
5.95 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,060 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Besançon (Doubs)
This is a forest walk in the Chailluz Forest, whose name comes from "chaille", a rock similar to flint, which our ancestors used to make arrowheads. You will climb up to the beautiful line of cornices overlooking the Ognon valley to reach the Fort de la Dame Blanche viewpoint over the Vosges mountains. And as you will no doubt be doing this walk on a beautiful sunny day, you are unlikely to encounter the disturbing lady who haunts these places after dark.